August weather forecastMakkuva, India

August

Weather in August

August, the same as July, in Makkuva, India, is another hot rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.5°C (76.1°F) and 31.4°C (88.5°F).

Temperature

Makkuva experiences a transition to a still tropical 31.4°C (88.5°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of August, not greatly differing from July's 31.7°C (89.1°F). Makkuva's nights in August cool down to an average low-temperature of 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

August's average heat index is estimated at a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 27.3 days and accumulates 183mm (7.2") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Makkuva, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 6:12 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.2h.

UV index

In Makkuva, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during August translates into the following guidance:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Updated: Aug 6, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In Makkuva, in August, the average high-temperature is 31.4°C (88.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 24.5°C (76.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 41°C (105.8°F).

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 27.3 days and typically aggregates up to 183mm (7.2") of precipitation.

In Makkuva, in August, during 27.3 rainfall days, 183mm (7.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In August, the average day length is 12h and 45min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 6:12 pm IST.

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.2h.

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Sep

Average high temperature

31.7°C

31.4°C

31.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.1km/h

6.8km/h

6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

3.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Makkuva, India

Average high temperature in August: 31.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (39.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.6°C).

Average low temperature in August: 24.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (26.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°C).

Average pressure in August
Makkuva, India

Average pressure in August: 1003.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1002.3mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Makkuva, India

Average wind speed in August: 6.1km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (8.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (5.4km/h).

Average humidity in August
Makkuva, India

Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (51%).

Average rainfall in August
Makkuva, India

Average rainfall in August: 183mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (183mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (7mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Makkuva, India

Average rainfall days in August: 27.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Makkuva, India

Average daylight in August: 12h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).

Average sunshine in August: 9h and 12min

The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
Makkuva, India

Average sunshine days in August: 3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are August and September (3 days).

Average UV index in August
Makkuva, India

Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Makkuva, India

Average cloud cover in August: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in August
Makkuva, India

Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July, August, September, October and November (9km).